Nats avoid arbitration with five players — but not their new first baseman
Trump appears virtually in New York court to be sentenced in his hush money case
President-elect Trump is appearing virtually in a New York courtroom to be sentenced for his hush money felony conviction, days before inauguration.
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Appeals court denies bid to block public release of special counsel's report on Trump Jan. 6 probe
A federal appeals court denies a bid to block release of special counsel Jack Smith’s report on Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss.
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Sexy life-size AI robot that talks, expresses emotion can be your girlfriend for a hefty price: ‘It remembers who you are’
The busty bot, named Melody, was one of several humanoid robots on display at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on Jan. 7.
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Hiring picks up steam as employers add a quarter-million new jobs to close out the year
The U.S. economy created a burst of new jobs in December, capping a solid year of employment growth marked by big gains in healthcare and government payrolls, according to new figures released Friday.
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There's a reason you can't stop doomscrolling through L.A.'s fire disaster
The current state of social media has made the online experience of the L.A. wildfires even more stressful than previous disasters.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle open their Montecito mansion to pals fleeing from LA fires
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are lending a helping hand to their pals as deadly infernos continue to rip through the surrounding areas.
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Britney Spears evacuates $7.4M mansion as LA fires rage, drives 4 hours to hotel
“I hope you are all doing OK !!! I had to evacuate my home and I’m driving 4 hours to a hotel !!!" Britney Spears posted on her Instagram.
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This catastrophe was waiting to happen
Forecasting for disaster didn’t help us avoid it.
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Kohl’s to close 27 department stores nationwide — including 10 in California
Kohl's has faced significant challenges in recent months during which it has seen leadership changes amid dismal earnings reports and economic headwinds.
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Venu Sports scrapped by Fox, Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery before it even gets a chance to launch
"In an ever-changing marketplace, we determined that it was best to meet the evolving demands of sports fans by focusing on existing products and distribution channels," the companies added.
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Trump sentencing live updates: President-elect to attend sentencing virtually
Get updates on the sentencing of President-elect Donald Trump in his criminal hush money case in New York.
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US adds surprisingly strong 256K jobs in December — dimming hopes for Fed rate cuts
Economists polled by FactSet had expected payrolls to expand by 153,000, a drop from November's 227,000 added jobs -- which was revised down to 212,000 on Friday.
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Grieving what we've lost
In his Friday newsletter, Los Angeles Times columnist Glenn Whipp hopes readers are safe during these dangerous, devastating times in Southern California.
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Now on the College Course Menu: Personal Finance
More universities and colleges nationwide are offering courses to teach students how to manage their own money.
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Amazon's winter sale: keep your house cleaner this year with these cleaning products on sale
Clean every surface of your home with a new mop, vacuum, cleaning sprays and cleaning cloths, all on sale during the Amazon winter sale.
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Wendy’s is offering 25-cent burgers to kick off 2025
Wendy's is kicking of 2025 by celebrating 25 years since the start of the century with 25-cent burgers.
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California fires live updates: LA sheriff says city looks like ‘atomic bomb dropped'
At least 10 people are dead and many more injured as several fires broke out across Southern California amid historically dry and windy conditions.
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ESPN just barely avoids disaster with dancing Lee Corso at Orange Bowl
The longtime ESPN personality has been with the network since the 1980s and typically does "The Jig" when picking Notre Dame to win games.
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'Devastating': California had record rainfall last year, but lacked infrastructure to store it
California's fire crisis stems from outdated water systems and poor forestry management, critics argue, with progressive politics thwarting realistic solutions.
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Employers added 256,000 jobs in December, blowing away forecasts
Friday's jobs numbers mark the last employment report of the Biden administration.
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Firefighters battle to protect NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Mt. Wilson
Officials said they are making progress in protecting two key science institutions from the Eaton fire.
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Hoda Kotb breaks down in tears during her last ‘Today’ show: ‘I’m a mess’
The longtime broadcaster announced she was leaving both "Today" and "Today with Hoda & Jenna" in September 2024 after 26 years at NBC News.
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At least 10 killed in Los Angeles wildfires as crews continue to battle blazes
Officials now say at least ten people have been killed and thousands of homes, businesses, and other structures have been destroyed in the Los Angeles wildfires that continue to ravage the area. CBS News correspondent Danya Bacchus has more.
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Alec Baldwin sues for malicious prosecution after judge dismissed case of fatal ‘Rust’ set shooting
Baldwin also alleges defamation in the suit, saying that prosecutors and investigators intentionally mishandled evidence as they pursued the case.
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‘American Primeval’ Star Betty Gilpin Says Sara’s “Horrible, Traumatic Experience” in Episode 3 “Unlocks” Her Wild Side
Gilpin and series EP Peter Berg break down that terrible Episode 3 sequence with the creepy French Canadians.
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Why this spring could be the last chance for this pair of Yankees infielders
Barring unforeseen salary-clearing and a slew of moves, the Yankees will not land Alex Bregman and the lengthy contract he commands. The most likely fallbacks at second/third base, either through trade or free agency, are lower-tiered options who can be had without a major commitment in terms of money, years or prospect cost. Brian Cashman...
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What does it take to get D.C.’s pandas ready for their debut? Training and treats.
Munching carrots and climbing trees, the National Zoo’s new giant pandas prepare for their public debut this month.
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What Drew Allar was thinking on crushing interception in Penn State CFP loss
An entire season changed on this one play.
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Trump to be sentenced in "hush money" case after Supreme Court declines to intervene
President-elect Donald Trump will be sentenced Friday for his New York "hush money" conviction. Trump was found guilty last year on 34 counts for falsifying business records. CBS News political reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
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Maduro to be sworn in again despite outcry over Venezuela's election
Donald Trump says Venezuela's embattled opposition leader must be protected, as President Nicolas Maduro prepares to take the oath again after allegedly stealing an election.
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The leather on my office chair is peeling. How can I repair it?
Bonded, or composite, leather peels, making it more difficult to fix than natural leather. But there are things you can do to make it look better.
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December jobs report expected to show hiring slowdown
The December jobs report is set to be released later Friday morning and it's expected to show slowing growth. According to a survey of forecasters by the data firm FactSet, U.S. employers are expected to have added 153,000 jobs last month, a significant drop from November's report that saw 227,000 new jobs. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Illegal immigrant accused in attempted teen kidnapping deported 5 times: officials
A Mexican illegal immigrant deported from the United States five times has been arrested after allegedly attempting to kidnap a teenage Alabama girl on New Year's Eve.
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Prep talk: Former Golden Valley QB Zack Chevalier is top player in NAIA football
Zack Chevalier, a former standout quarterback at Golden Valley High School, is selected top player in NAIA football.
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Dorinda Medley Says Getting Murdered First On ‘The Traitors’ Season 3 Was “Unexpected”: “I Cried My Eyes Out!”
With just a little more time, Medley knew she could've "wreaked some havoc" in Alan Cumming's castle.
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New Shows & Movies To Watch This Weekend: Peacock’s ‘The Traitors’ + More
...plus Goosebumps: The Vanishing on Disney+, American Primeval on Netflix, and so much more.
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Texas vs. Ohio State prediction: College football playoff odds, picks, best bets
The Buckeyes’ top-ranked defense will enjoy this matchup against the Longhorns.
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L.A. Fires Show the Reality of Living in a World with 1.5°C of Warming
The planet crosses an important temperature threshold while wildfires ravage southern California.
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Los Angeles wildfires leave 10 dead as details emerge about victims
Details are emerging Friday surrounding the victims of the Los Angeles wildfires as multiple blazes have scorched more than 30,000 acres in southern California.
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Why even horny couples cool off after the holidays — and how to make ‘sexless January’ hot again
Post columnist Jana Hocking was shocked when she heard that her randy, married galpal confessed to a dry spell with her husband. It turns out, most couples suffer through a sexless January — but Jana knows just the trick to heat things up again.
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Why Riley Leonard was desperate to find girlfriend after Notre Dame’s Orange Bowl win
Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard's girlfriend, Molly Walding was on cloud nine after the Fighting Irish beat Penn State 27-24 in the Orange Bowl Thursday.
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LA fire sounded alarm on budget cuts impacting wildfire response: memo
The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) chief warned a month ago that budget cuts had plunged it into "unprecedented operational challenges" which would hamper its wildfire response.
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The North Node shifting into Pisces will make or break your zodiac sign
On this date, the North Node of the Moon transitions from Aries to Pisces, while the South Node transitions from Libra into Virgo. We will be under the heady influence of the axis of practical magic until July, making this a serious season of karmic lessons and profound transformation.
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Which NFL playoff teams are feeling the heat, and which are just happy to be there?
The Chiefs aren’t just chasing the first-ever Super Bowl three-peat. If Kansas City lifts another Lombardi Trophy next month, it would mark the first major American professional team to win three straight championships since the Shaq-Kobe Lakers (2000-02). It would be the greatest achievement in NFL history, a feat once-unthinkable in an era of parity....
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The Wright way: Daniel Murphy has Mets former captain to thank for jump-starting career
Daniel Murphy wanted a career in the majors and "David looked like he knew how.”
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Trump to be sentenced in New York criminal trial
President-elect Trump is expected to be sentenced Friday after being found guilty on charges of falsifying business records stemming from Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s years-long investigation.
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European brothel manager reveals ‘eight-second’ rule
A woman who manages a legal brothel in Europe revealed one of the club’s secret rules.
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